Nederman Launches Free Industrial Dust Hazard Lab Test
The new testing service provides manufacturers with an official combustibility analysis for onsite dust samples.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Chemistry
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Nederman has launched a free laboratory service in Charlotte to assess the combustibility of industrial dust samples. The testing process, conducted by engineers at the Nederman Innovation Center, identifies potential explosion hazards in manufacturing environments.
Why it matters
Industrial dust that accumulates in facilities can trigger catastrophic explosions when exposed to an ignition source. Providing accessible safety verification enables manufacturers to better manage site-specific volatile materials.
Engineers utilize a Modified Hartmann tube to conduct analysis following EN ISO/IEC 80079-20-2:2016 standards. This methodology measures particle size and density to determine the susceptibility of dust samples to combustion.
The players
Nederman
An industrial filtration and ventilation firm specializing in environmental technology and dust extraction systems.
The details
To utilize the service, facility operators request a sampling kit and mail dust collected from their site to the Nederman Innovation Center. Engineers then perform a series of analytical tests to gauge the specific combustion risk of the material. The laboratory procedure focuses on identifying hazardous physical properties that could lead to an ignition event if the dust is not properly contained or managed.
Timeline
October 29, 2026: Nederman launched the free combustible test analysis service.
The Tech Race
The move to standardize combustible dust assessment aligns with broader industry efforts to meet strict international safety compliance. By offering this testing at no cost, the service aims to increase the adoption of rigorous, data-backed material analysis in local and national manufacturing.
Manufacturers in Charlotte can now request a sampling kit to initiate testing of facility dust at no charge. The service requires customers to ship samples to the lab, with finalized hazard assessment reports delivered via email.
The takeaway
Proactive testing of byproduct materials is a critical step in preventing site-wide fire and explosion hazards. Manufacturers should review their current dust accumulation areas and contact the lab to establish a recurring safety assessment schedule.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest developments in safety materials and analytical techniques in Chemistry.
More information
Request a sampling kit or review the laboratory protocols on the Nederman Combustible Test Analysis page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Woodworking Network.
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